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Hamilton storms to final pole of the Formula One season

Hamilton storms to final pole of the Formula One season

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

The pole was a record-extending 88th of Hamilton's career and fifth of the season.

With Halli Labs, Google makes its first Indian acquisition

With Halli Labs, Google makes its first Indian acquisition

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Joins Facebook, Apple and Twitter in buying Indian start-ups

I'm scared for my life, says Bartoli after picking up a mystery virus

I'm scared for my life, says Bartoli after picking up a mystery virus

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli is suffering from a virus that forced her withdrawal from an invitational event at the grand slam tournament in London and has her fearing for her life. Bartoli, who has lost 20 kg since picking up the virus early this year, said on Thursday she could stomach only organic salad and peeled cucumbers.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X review: Where's the heartbeat?

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X review: Where's the heartbeat?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

The Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X is sporty and macho. However, several bothersome issues need to be addressed, says P Tharyan.

Bharti unit launches multiple SIM technology

Bharti unit launches multiple SIM technology

Rediff.com9 Dec 2009

Comviva (formerly Bharti Telesoft) is in talks with several telecom service providers, including group company Bharti Airtel, to launch a SIM (or Subscriber Identity Module) card that allows up to 10 users to share the same mobile phone with their own specific numbers.

It's time for a 'Look Further East Policy'

It's time for a 'Look Further East Policy'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2009

India has to catch up with East Asian regional economic integration.

Meet Akhilesh Yadav's brains trust

Meet Akhilesh Yadav's brains trust

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

Every day when Akhilesh returns after a joust with political adversaries to his Camelot, which is Lucknow's 5, Kalidas Marg, it is time to hold court with advisors and loyalists.

Markets slump on expiry day

Markets slump on expiry day

Rediff.com28 Oct 2010

Panic selling in late-noon trades see markets erase the day's gains and end in the red.

Now pay heavy fee to fly from Delhi too

Now pay heavy fee to fly from Delhi too

Rediff.com2 Mar 2009

All airlines operating from Delhi would collect the development fee of Rs 200 and Rs 1,300 from each departing domestic and international passenger, respectively.

Now, Amitabh is just a phone call away!

Now, Amitabh is just a phone call away!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2010

Amitabh Bachchan takes to vogging. Wondering what that is? The actor explains.

New BlackBerry Pearl Smartphone @ Rs 21,990

New BlackBerry Pearl Smartphone @ Rs 21,990

Rediff.com6 Jan 2009

The BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 smartphone allows easy typing and dialing. The smartphone's external display offers previewing calendar reminders, email, text messages and phone calls. The BlackBerry Pearl Flip is a powerful, compact smartphone equipped to deliver a wide range of applications, said Sanjay Gupta, chief marketing officer, Mobile Services, Airtel.

Twitter CEO gives push to Modi's Digital India drive

Twitter CEO gives push to Modi's Digital India drive

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

The company has an estimated user base of 22.2 million in India.

Tata Nexon EV: Electric car with an 8 year warranty!

Tata Nexon EV: Electric car with an 8 year warranty!

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

'One can charge it at home, in the office, on the go. All it needs is a 15 Amp electric socket which is found is all our homes.'

CBI books scribe for giving false info to access 'sensitive' areas

CBI books scribe for giving false info to access 'sensitive' areas

Rediff.com3 May 2018

The agency is carrying out searches at eight locations in Delhi, Noida, Lucknow and Mumbai in this regard.

Left demands Delhi airport fee withdrawal

Left demands Delhi airport fee withdrawal

Rediff.com10 Feb 2009

The CPI(M) on Tuesday demanded immediate withdrawal of the government's decision to allow the GMR-led consortium, developing the Delhi airport, to charge development fee from passengers to fund modernisation work.

National ragging helpline to be launched

National ragging helpline to be launched

Rediff.com20 Jun 2009

Faced with increasing incidents of ragging in campuses, the government is launching a round-the-clock helpline to assist students in lodging complaints about such incidents for prompt action.

Model Watch: Dipannita Sharma's secret fantasy

Model Watch: Dipannita Sharma's secret fantasy

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

Find out what the leggy model has to say about her saucy fantasies.

Banks turn the heat on Delhi airport promoters

Banks turn the heat on Delhi airport promoters

Rediff.com26 Dec 2008

The lukewarm response to the proposed real estate development around the Delhi airport has put its Rs 8,940-crore modernisation in a financial bind.

Flying to Delhi may become cheaper

Flying to Delhi may become cheaper

Rediff.com31 Mar 2009

DIAL, the GMR-led consortium modernising Delhi airport, had projected it would get only a Rs 800 crore-Rs 1,000 crore deposit for the entire 45 acre land in the hospitality district, leaving a gap in funding for the modernisation plan. The aviation ministry allowed it make up the shortfall by levying an ADF on passengers. With DIAL managing to persuade bidders for the hospitality district to increase security deposits by close to 50 per cent, the ADF may now be reduced.

3 Indian airports among the world's best

3 Indian airports among the world's best

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

New Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad airports are among world's best.

Coronavirus cases climb to 34 in India; PM holds review meet

Coronavirus cases climb to 34 in India; PM holds review meet

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

Three more positive cases of novel coronavirus have been reported in India.

Need info? Your mobile phone can help

Need info? Your mobile phone can help

Rediff.com9 Apr 2009

Google allows users to phone a toll-free number and make a query. The 'voice search' uses a combination of automated voice recognition engine and operators to provide this facility. To make the service faster and better, Google is also experimenting with voice recognition technology, which will ensure 24-hour support. Currently, the automated system offers results in English, but the operator-driven system offers results in only Hindi and Telugu.

Mumbai Airport puts Air India on cash-and-carry mode

Mumbai Airport puts Air India on cash-and-carry mode

Rediff.com22 May 2014

MIAL's move comes at a time when the national carrier is in the process of joining Star Alliance.

Delhi airport slams doors on small planes

Delhi airport slams doors on small planes

Rediff.com14 Aug 2007

Jet Airways Executive Director Saroj K Datta declined to comment, stating he has not got any circular from DIAL.

Is the Acoosta Uno speaker worth Rs 11,999?

Is the Acoosta Uno speaker worth Rs 11,999?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

It has quite a few plus points but the price could be a deterrent, says Khalid Anzar.

Hero Splendor iSmart 110: Review

Hero Splendor iSmart 110: Review

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

Should you buy the recently-launched Hero Splendor iSmart 110 for Rs 58,000? Narendra Sharma reviews the all-new 110cc Splendor iSmart.

The Dog

The Dog

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

2009 is all about peace and perseverance for the sensible and prudent dog.

Why Bajaj continues to be super

Why Bajaj continues to be super

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

The Bajaj Super could not be called a pretty scooter, but it was sturdy and reliable, says Veenu Sandhu.

Liked the first episode of Satyamev Jayate 3? VOTE!

Liked the first episode of Satyamev Jayate 3? VOTE!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

Satyamev Jayate 3 may have gotten off to a better start than its predecessors but can Aamir Khan dial it down a couple of notches further, asks Nishi Tiwari.

Prague airport revamp on GMR radar

Prague airport revamp on GMR radar

Rediff.com30 Nov 2007

GMR Infrastructure, the co-developer of Delhi International Airport (DIAL) and Hyderabad International Airport (HIAL), is looking at bidding for privatisation of Prague airport in the second half of 2008, one of the more profitable state-run enterprises in East Europe.

GMR invites bids to develop airport land

GMR invites bids to develop airport land

Rediff.com31 May 2007

After a year of taking over the airport, the GMR-led Delhi International Airport consortium has initiated the process of commercial property development by inviting bids for building hotels on nearly 40 acres.

Voice-based search: Next Net goal

Voice-based search: Next Net goal

Rediff.com12 Apr 2007

Voice-based search technology has become the new battleground for web majors including Google and Microsoft.

Now, watch Star TV on Sony Ericsson phones

Now, watch Star TV on Sony Ericsson phones

Rediff.com14 Sep 2007

Sony Ericsson users in India will now be able to dial for entertainment services, watch recorded TV clips, and download a range of rich content on their handsets.

GMR arm to develop airport land

GMR arm to develop airport land

Rediff.com16 Aug 2007

Delhi International Airport Ltd move likely to impact revenue flow to government kitty.

Delhi Airport appeases duty-free operator

Delhi Airport appeases duty-free operator

Rediff.com11 Jan 2008

Delhi Airport has reduced the minimum annual guarantee paid by duty-free operator, Alpha Future.

Gr Noida could spoil Delhi airport's party

Gr Noida could spoil Delhi airport's party

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

In fact, it is estimated that by 2026, over one-third of Delhi's total projected traffic (82.7 million) will be diverted to Greater Noida airport (28.4 million), and by 2036 when DIAL expects to handle nearly 100 million traffic, Greater Noida will attract 82.7 million passengers.

Congress opens call centre in Karnataka

Congress opens call centre in Karnataka

Rediff.com21 Mar 2008

The Congress is opening a call centre in Karnataka.

Neo Sports spices up cricket

Neo Sports spices up cricket

Rediff.com20 Mar 2008

Neo Sports is poised to narrow the bridge between cricket and entertainment by announcing a bouquet of cricket based shows.

Slum-dwellers run a health insurance fund

Slum-dwellers run a health insurance fund

Rediff.com15 Oct 2007

When the rest of the country is going in circles seeking health insurance for the society's most vulnerable, these slum-dwellers are part of a health security fund to which each person contributes Rs 60 annually.

Delhi airport gears up to tackle fog

Delhi airport gears up to tackle fog

Rediff.com21 Nov 2006

Delhi International Airport Private Limited is undertaking several proactive measures to prevent discomfort to passengers during delays and to provide information in advance.